March 20, 2024 AF medical leaders held inaugural Lifestyle and Performance Medicine Summit In a unified effort to optimize service member readiness, and overall health, before, during and after service, medical leaders across the Military Health System met Feb. 29 to March 1 for the Air Force Medical Service’s inaugural Lifestyle and Performance Medicine summit.
March 24, 2023 DoD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families.
Nov. 9, 2022 Lifestyle changes could add 10-15 years to your life You can age healthily even with the clock ticking away. It just takes a little work. Even small steps to improving your health can mean a longer and better quality of life.
Aug. 26, 2022 Air Force Wounded Warrior Program aids Airmen, Guardians Life for injured or wounded military personnel can be painful as they may think there’s no treatment for what they’re going through, however, the Air Force Wounded Warrior Program helps Airmen, Guardians and families get the resources they need.
Aug. 24, 2022 Mental Health Office helps AUAB members maintain readiness The Mental Health Office of the 379th Expeditionary Medical Group at Al Udeid Air Base, Qatar specializes in providing mental health care for AUAB members to ensure they can be the best versions of themselves.
July 13, 2022 Healthy weight: How diet, lifestyle and mental health impact your eating habits and fitness Think you might need to lose a little weight? You're not alone. Even in the military, where maintaining physical fitness remains a job requirement and a key component of military readiness, thousands of service members struggle with weight.
June 3, 2022 Air Force Medical Service launches ‘Nutrition Kitchen’ program The Air Force Medical Service is launching “Nutrition Kitchen”, a series of online nutritional cooking classes geared toward service members and their families.
May 12, 2022 386th EMDG hosts optometry clinic for service members The 386th Expeditionary Medical Group hosted an optometry clinic for service members experiencing vision changes in their previous prescription or new changes that may require glasses. It's important to have an optometry clinic available for vision readiness.
Feb. 22, 2022 Respite Care available for EFMP families The program provides active duty Air Force families with short-term, specialized childcare to reduce the stressors associated with caring for a child with exceptional needs.
Feb. 10, 2022 PSAB Physical Therapy team keeps Airmen fit to fight From bad backs to rolled ankles, injuries to service members inhibit the sustained combat operations here at Prince Sultan Air Base.
Feb. 10, 2022 Why today’s ‘Gen Z’ is at risk for boot camp injuries For today's generation of 18-to-25-year-olds, making it through recruit training and successfully transitioning from civilian life into the military is not easy.
Feb. 7, 2022 Reduce your risk of developing cancer Healthy choices and screening for risks can help decrease chances of developing cancer.
Oct. 27, 2021 How to prevent the flu Influenza (flu) season happens every year. It starts in the fall and continues into the spring. Flu is a potentially serious illness that can lead to a few days of feeling bad and missing work, or it may result in more serious health complications.
Aug. 3, 2021 Sword Athena 2021 drives positive change for servicewomen, families A coalition of volunteers from across Air Combat Command came together to identify, tackle, and propose solutions to female- and family-centric barriers to readiness during the second annual Sword Athena 2021. The group focused on two key efforts to normalize support for nursing mothers: allowing
June 22, 2021 Improving run times for the PT test The Air Force will resume physical fitness testing on July 1, 2021. The 1.5-mile run component is weighted as the highest scored portion of the assessment, accounting for 60 component points of the 100 point composite score.
June 21, 2021 Resilient and fit despite COVID-19 On July 1, 2021, the Air Force will resume its physical fitness testing, following months of delay caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. During the pandemic, Airmen of all ranks, ranging from new arrivals to those in the senior tier, have had to find different ways to maintain a healthy level of fitness
June 15, 2021 Preventable men’s health problems June is Men’s Health month which promotes a variety of activities males can do to have healthier, more active lifestyles.It’s no secret men often ignore medical issues and put off going to the doctor. However, to help live a long and healthy life, getting regular check-ups can make a difference.
June 2, 2021 Lifestyle and Performance Medicine shows promising impact on Airman, Guardian readiness A new medical approach is being offered to Airmen and Guardians, which has shown to improve and sustain medical readiness and health by taking a more patient-driven, whole body approach to care.
June 1, 2021 Medical Group promotes preventative care with physical therapy Did you know that physical therapy is not just for restoring mobility or physical function following a major accident or catastrophic injury? Physical therapy is also a great tool to promote movement, reduce pain, and restore function by evaluating and treating musculoskeletal injuries early.
Feb. 27, 2021 Proper diet, sleep, exercise, and joy key to heart health A healthy heart is essential, particularly to service members facing high-stress jobs throughout their careers. Lifestyle choices involving self-discipline and moderation are key to achieving a healthy heart and optimizing overall health, which result in a medically ready force.